NHTSA recall 03V205000
Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
Thomas Mvp Ef and 1 more
Reported Jun 2, 2003461 vehicles affectedFREIGHTLINER CORPORATIONMaker’s number FL-415Built Jun 1, 1998 – Apr 30, 2003
The defect
On certain thomas school buses, the alternator cable can pinch between the air conditioning compressor and engine block.
The risk
This can result in damage to wire insulation and potentially cause a short circuit.
The remedy
Dealers will re-route the cable. owner notification began july 28, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner/thomas built at